Forest's Champions League Hopes Hanging by a Thread 🌐⚽
Nottingham Forest's push for a UEFA Champions League spot took a blow after a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace on Monday. Despite a fiery start to the season, a recent slump has left them sixth in the Premier League—now trailing Chelsea, Newcastle, and a revived Manchester City. 🏆
Drama at Selhurst Park 🤯
The match was a rollercoaster of yellow cards (eight in total!), near-misses, and VAR drama. Palace struck first with a penalty after a controversial tackle, but Forest’s Murillo saved the day just minutes later with a clutch deflection. 🔄
Last-Minute Heartbreak for Both Sides 💔
Palace nearly stole all three points when Eberechi Eze’s shot hit the post in the final seconds, while Eddie Nketiah’s disallowed offside goal left fans groaning. ❌🥅
"We fought hard, but luck wasn’t on our side," said Palace manager Oliver Glasner. Forest, meanwhile, will need a miracle to reclaim their top-four momentum. Can they turn it around? 👀
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Nottingham's Champion's League hopes fade with draw against Palace
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